Minibike Rider Dies After Collision with SUV in Aurora
AURORA, CO — A 23-year-old minibike rider has died following a crash with an SUV on East Colfax Avenue on June 29.
According to the Aurora Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 6:45 p.m. The rider was transported to a hospital but succumbed to his injuries one week later. He has not yet been officially identified pending notification of next of kin.
Authorities reported that the minibike was heading west on Colfax when the rider swerved into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a Subaru SUV. The rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.
The driver of the Subaru remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. No additional injuries were reported, and details regarding potential charges against the driver have not been disclosed.
This incident is under investigation, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.